Class Timetables
Longfield hall, Camberwell
Most classes are held in the Lower hall on weekdays and Main hall on Saturdays. Alongside our termly classes, McAlpine Dance collaborates with Longfield Hall Trust in delivering many courses and workshops which are free to the local community.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Class times
Clyde Hall, Croydon
General Tap
09.30- 10.25
General Ballet
10.30 – 12.00
(with Alison Doubleday at the piano)
Autumn term 2020
12th September – Saturday 5th December 2020
Half term 26th October - 9th November (two weeks)
Class information
Please note all classes are at Longfield hall unless otherwise stated.
McAlpine Dance
We follow the Royal Academy of Dance method of training for ballet, regularly entering our students for exam sessions throughout the year.
Start To Dance
Saturdays
Start To Dance is designed for the toddler to learn the basic movements through rhythmic exercises and story telling with the use of nursery rhymes and fun, musical extracts.
Pre Primary In Dance
Tuesdays, Saturdays
This is appropriate for the 4 to 5 years.
Primary In Dance
Tuesdays, Saturdays
This is appropriate for the 5 – 6 years
Grades 1 – 3 are appropriate for 7 year olds and above
Grades 4 – 8 age and ability to be assessed by the teacher.
Drama Class
Saturdays
Our Saturday class includes confidence building games and exercises, geared for ages 7 – 14 years of age.
Stage Club
Wednesdays, Saturdays
Stage Club incorporates tap and musical theatre dance (ISTD Tap and Modern). The class levels (1,2,3) correspond to the ISTD modern and tap – primary to grade 3. Children will also enjoy dancing together in non syllabus routines each week.
Contemporary/Lyric Jazz
Saturdays
Our Saturday class includes core strength and stretching exercises as well as incorporating dance routines. This class is suitable for teenagers and adults.
50+ Ballet / Conditioning
Fridays
50+ Ballet conditioning – Fridays – Recently, these classes have been funded through Longfield Hall. Contact catherinehamilton@longfieldhall.org.uk for more information.
Adult Ballet and Tap classes
Online Adult Ballet class
09.00 – 10.15 Fridays A gentle and invigorating start to the day. Louisa will send you the link when you enrol.
If you are new to Zoom there is some “getting started” information here:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/categories/200101697-Getting-Started
General Tap
Fridays
Beginners and improvers are welcome to these classes. Feel fit while enjoying the dance routines which are often from the musicals we all love!
General Ballet
Fridays – Longfield Hall
All are welcome from beginners to those who have a basic knowledge of dance. Our adults enjoy a safe, inclusive space to rekindle the joy of dance
Ballet / Tap dance coaching – private
Extra coaching classes are available. Contact Louisa info@mcalpinedance.com for more information.
Download full timetable of all classes at Longfield Hall and Clyde Hall